In a twist that’s bound to stir the pot, South African podcaster Mac G has thrown some serious shade at rising Amapiano star Uncle Waffles. Known for his unapologetic takes, Mac G did not hold back during a recent Podcast and Chill episode, calling out the Swati-born DJ and producer for what he described as a shady move towards Ohp Sage, the vocalist behind her hit track “Wadibusa.”
Mac G raised eyebrows by questioning why Uncle Waffles, who is one of the hottest names in Amapiano right now, seemingly sidelined Ohp Sage, despite the vocalist’s prominent contribution to the track. What caught fans’ attention was his specific criticism: why hadn’t Uncle Waffles used the opportunity to give Sage more visibility by featuring him in the Wadibusa music video or even helping to elevate his career?
“Why didn’t she put him on a platform to push his music?” Mac G asked, making it clear that he felt Uncle Waffles should have done more for the artist who had helped her secure the hit.
The conversation picked up momentum quickly when a clip from the episode surfaced on Twitter (X), shared by the user @NoseTheCapital. The tweet stirred more controversy as it questioned whether Uncle Waffles was behaving like “the female version of Phori” — a reference to another high-profile Amapiano artist known for keeping collaborations, yet sometimes failing to uplift the talents they work with.
As always with Mac G, the bold opinions have sparked intense debate. Some fans agree with Mac G, criticizing Uncle Waffles for not giving Ohp Sage his due recognition, while others argue that the DJ doesn’t owe him anything and that her success is her own journey. “She doesn’t owe him a spot in the video or anything,” one commenter wrote, defending Uncle Waffles and suggesting that she’s a solo artist who worked hard for her success.
This isn’t the first time Mac G has called out an artist, and it certainly won’t be the last. Whether it’s pointing out the darker side of the music industry or questioning the dynamics of high-profile collaborations, Mac G never shies away from stirring up controversy.
In this case, the debate is about more than just a single song; it’s a deeper conversation about the ethics of the industry and the roles of collaboration, recognition, and support in building the careers of lesser-known artists. For now, Uncle Waffles seems unbothered by the criticism, but with the online community divided, we can expect the conversation to continue unfolding.
